Monday, 6 February 2017

Cononley Ings

Monday 6th February p.m.
A rare visit to Cononley Ings this afternoon with cloudy skies and a temperature of 5°C. Cononley lies between Keighley and Skipton and is surrounded by low lying area near the river that often floods during the Winter which makes it a good spot for wildfowl and waders.I parked up in the village and took the track down to the the river which was very muddy and often covered with water so wellies are a must for this mile or so walk.After my trek I was rewarded with c750 Lapwings, c250 Wigeon, c100 BH Gulls, 60 Golden Plover, 4 Shelduck and at least 2 Teal.They were still a long way off so pictures were difficult but a great site when they all took to the air after being spooked by something, maybe a passing train.On my way back I added Goldcrest, LT Tit, Pheasant, Robin and other common species.
Nigel.

Thanks John and Dave, it was a treat to see so many Wigeon and a great sight as they flew around, I only spotted the Golden Plover when they took to the air and then they came down to feed in the distance.Nigel.

About Me

I'm a young birder from Bradford in West Yorkshire who enjoys all wildlife and taking snaps.These I share on my blog for others to enjoy and comment on with plenty of help from my dad Nigel.He helps with the writing and he edits the pictures.Update 2016 my dad will be doing most of the blogging as I will be doing less birding.